2017 Acura NSX Owner's Guide

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INSTRUMENT PANELSAFETY
Reporting Safety Defects
In the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury
or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized Acura
NSX dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at (888) 327-4236 (TTY:
1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada, Inc., and you may also inform Transport
Canada.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall and remedy campaign.
However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your
authorized Acura NSX dealer, or Honda Canada, Inc.
To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may call
(800) 333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle
safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.INSTRUMENT PANEL
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Powe rtrain
SH- AWD
VSA
Suspension
Steering
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber indicators are
most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general information.

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Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at any other
time, there may be a problem. See your authorized Acura NSX dealer if necessary.
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Brake system
Brake fluid is low, or there is a malfunction in the brake system. Press the brake pedal
lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake fluid level when you stop.
If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow
the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check the oil level,
and add oil if necessary. If the indicator does not turn off, have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
(Steady) The emissions control system may have a problem. Have you vehicle
checked by a authorized Acura NSX dealer.
(Blinks) A
misfire in the engine’s cylinders is

detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait
for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off the vehicle
to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has normal
braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system.
Power system
There is a problem with the electric vehicle system. Have you vehicle checked by a
authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.
Keyless Access System
There is a problem with the keyless access system
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system
There is a problem with the VSA system.
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Canada
Brake system
There is a problem with the hydraulic brake boost system or the hill start assist
system. Have you vehicle checked by a authorized Acura NSX dealer immediately.

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Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
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Parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive with it not
fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and any passenger. The indicator blinks and
beeps sound continuously if you or your passenger has not fastened your seat belts
when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on after seat belts are fastened, see
your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Low fuel
Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the fuel
gauge. See your authorized Acura NSX dealer.
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if necessary.
Active Damper System Indicator
There is a problem with the Active Damper System.
System message
When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also appears on the
multi-information display. Check the display for more information.
Immobilizer
Your remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the indicator blinks,
you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off and then on again. If
it continues to blink, there may be a problem with the system. See your authorized
Acura NSX dealer.
Canada
U.S.Brake Wear Indicator*
Brake pads are worn. Avoid high speeds and sudden braking.
Ready Indicator
The vehicle is ready to drive.
Immobilizer/security system
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the indicator
blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the power system off, press and
hold the brake pedal, and restart the vehicle. If it continues to blink, there may be a
problem with the system. See your dealer.
Canadian models: To reset the immobilizer system, follow the steps above after the
battery has been disconnected.
*if equipped

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VSA off
VSA engaged (blinks)
CRUISE MAIN on
CRUISE CONTROL on
Turn signals/hazards on
Exterior lights on
High beams on
Automatic brake hold on
Canada
U.S.Brake hold activated
On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
Driver Information Interface
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Right Selector Whee l

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n Main Displays
Blank Screen
Oil level
check assist Average/instant
fuel economy
Tire pressure
for each tire Range
Engine oil life Elapsed time
Turn-by-turn
directions*
Average speed
Compass
*if equipped
n Lower Displays
Odometer
Outside temperature
Trip B Trip A

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
VEHICLE CONTROLS
Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the vehicle.
Using the Remote Transmitter
Lock or unlock the doors and hatch.
LED
Lock button: Press to lock the
doors and hatch. Press again
for audible verification.
Unlock button: Press to
unlock the driver’s door. Press
again to unlock the passenger’s
door.
Leaving the keyless access remote in the vehicle can result in theft or accidental movement of
the vehicle. Always take the key with you whenever you leave the vehicle unattended.
NOTICE
Keyless Access System
When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purse) and it is outside the
vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), you can lock or unlock the doors and hatch
without handling the transmitter.
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Unlocking/Locking the Doors
To unlock:

The door handle will pop out if both doors are
closed. If the handle fails to pop out, push on its front side.
To lock: Press the door lock button on either door handle
when the vehicle is off. If the remote transmitter is inside the
vehicle, the doors will not lock.
n Auto Pop-Out Main Switch
To disable the auto
pop-out function: Use the switch in the
glove compartment.
Main Switc h
ON
OFF

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n Unlocking the Hatch
To unlock:
Press the hatch release button on the vehicle, or
on the keyless remote.Door Operation from Inside the Vehicle
Use several methods to lock or unlock the doors.
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Using the Lock Tab
To unlock: Pull

the lock tab rearward. When you unlock
either door using the lock tab, the specific door (driver’s or
passenger’s) unlocks.
To lock: Push the lock tab forward. When you lock the door
using the lock tab on the driver’s door, both doors lock at the
same time. When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
passenger’s door, only that door locks.
To Unlock
Lock Tab
To Lock
n Using the Master Door Lock Switch
To unlock: Press the unlock side of the switch to unlock both
doors.
To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock both doors.
Inner Handle

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n Using the Front Door Inner Handle
To unlock: Pull
the inner handle. The door unlocks and opens
in one motion.
To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock both doors.
Inner Handle
Both doors unlock when opening the driver’s door from the inside.
Do not pull an inner handle while the vehicle is moving.
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Opening the Hatch
To unlock:

Press the hatch release button on the driver’s door.
Hatch Release Button
n Hatch Main Switch
To disable all hatch r elease methods: Use the hatch main
switch in the glove compartment.
Main Switch
ON
OFF
Power Window Operation
The power windows can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the switches on
the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used to open and close boith windows.
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Automatic Operation
To open: Push the

switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To stop the window
at any time, push or pull the switch again briefly.
ON
OF F
Lock ButtonPower Window
Indicator
Driver’s
Window
Switch Passenger’s
Window Switch
n Manual Operation
To open: Push the switch
down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the windows reach the desired position.
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Power Window Lock
Push in the power

window lock button so only the driver’s window can be operated.
Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.
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